Vancouver based brand Taikan have just released quite the rare mix from Mad Decent creative director Paul Devro consisting of all types of music from around the world and then some, stream and tracklist below.

When I caught the Vancouver soundcheck of old friends and Toronto punk band PUP, the boys were trying to make a song from the new record, The Dream Is Over, work in their live set. At that point, PUP were three months into a world tour so I was shocked that by then every song on the record hadn’t been played over and over and over.

I hung out with Stefan from PUP as he waited for his sister to come pick him up for dinner. Which song from the new record The Dream Is Over do they still not play live? How can a tour can make you want to kill your best friends? How do the members of PUP break from punk band cliches? What is the song “DVP” about? Which PUP song is about a pet lizard? What would a love song from PUP sound like? Which song from the first record will the band never stop playing live and why? Which song was inspired by a girl calling Stefan a piece of shit? What “not loud” music are the guys in the band enjoying right now? What’s Stefan‘s favorite type of sushi? Which song does the band consider “just for them?” You’ll have to listen to find out.

Tracks played on the podcast edition of the show…

1) PUP (the band), The Dream Is Over (2016) “If This Tour Doesn’t Kill You, I Will”
2) PUP (the band), The Dream Is Over (2016) “DVP”
3) PUP (the band), The Dream Is Over (2016) “Sleep In The Heat”4) PUP (the band), PUP (2013) “Guilt Trip” (mp3)
5) PUP (the band), The Dream Is Over (2016) “My Life is Over and I Couldn’t Be Happier”
6) PUP (the band), “You Don’t Get Me High Anymore” (unreleased Phantogram cover)**
7) PUP (the band), The Dream Is Over (2016) “Familiar Patterns”

Alberta based artist HERO has made quite the transition from Rap heavy tunes to futuristic electronic funk with his last project VHS POP and his latest single “Dirty Work” is the next step for his new found sound. Stream below or purchase here.

Dallas native FXXXXY returns with his first single “Lip Service 6” from his upcoming EP Flawed Up Shawty out March 1st which is sure to gain the attention of everyone soon enough, stream or download below.

Pittsburg punk rockers Anti-Flag are 10 records into an extraordinary career. Since its inception, the band has been known for political activism, focusing on anti-war activism, anti-imperialism, class struggle, human rights, anti-sexism and anti-homophobia. These guys are personal heroes of mine because not only do they make music for the underclass, but Anti-Flag is a successful business that provides a living for the band and their friends.

I hung out with Anti-Flag drummer Pat Thetic in the alley behind the venue while openers Lee Corey Oswald took the stage.

Why did the band decide to make their 2015 record American Spring? Who crashed my interview? How will Pat answer when you offer him a joint? Which track on American Spring is a protest to drone attacks? Does Anti-Flag mentor young punk bands? Did Pat have a mentor when he was younger? Why is the song “Anatomy of Your Enemy” special to Pat? What has been the best fan reaction to Anti-Flag‘s music? Which musician does Pat want to thank for his influence on his life? Which Anti-Flag track was inspired by the Occupy Movement? Why don’t more punk rockers run for public office? Are Anti-Flag more threatening to the political establishment than Killer Mike (from Run the Jewels)? You’ll have to listen to find out!

The podcast edition of the show contains more of everything you love about The Interview Show.

Ottawa based rapper XUAVE first caught our attention with his first EP EGO DEATH and the inevitable banger “Bitch I’m Fucking Gorgeous”, hes released several songs since with his two latest definitely standing out from the rest. Check out the music video for “Worry” below along with “Hollywood Sign” featuring INDIA and Quincy Got Rich!.

Rapper Kid Filthy aka Mica Ntabaza released his debut album The Couve on December of last year with the project containing 8 aggressive rap tracks really showcasing his lyrical skills, check out the project below along with the music video for “Net Worth”.